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What time does the Texas State University library close?

Sources checked September 15, 2026

ANSWER

Alkek Library at Texas State University in San Marcos is open until 1:00 a.m. during fall and spring regular hours, and until 11:00 p.m. in summer on Monday through Thursday; Friday closes earlier. It’s best to check the current hours page before you go, because library hours change by day and term.

YOUR NEXT DECISION

Turn the answer into your next step

  • Check the official hours page for today’s closing time before leaving.
  • Use Alkek Library for the San Marcos main campus library.
  • If you’re going after 11:00 p.m. in fall or spring, bring your Texas State ID.

What time does Alkek Library close?

For Texas State’s main San Marcos library, Alkek Library closes at 1:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday during fall and spring regular hours. On Friday, it closes at 8:00 p.m. in fall/spring; in summer, Monday through Thursday close at 11:00 p.m. and Friday closes at 5:00 p.m.

  • Fall/spring regular hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • Summer regular hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • The library’s hours page is the official place to confirm the current day’s closing time, since hours can vary by date and campus location.

One useful check before you head over

If you’re planning a late-night trip, check the live hours banner first, because Alkek also notes that ID access is required from 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. during fall and spring semesters. That’s the kind of detail that can turn a study night into an awkward walk to the door.

  • Current hours and status are posted on the university libraries’ calendar and hours page.
  • The Alkek Library page notes fall and spring ID access rules for 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
  • If you need help, the library’s Ask Us page is the official contact point.

Sources

  1. Calendar and Hours - Alkek Library - Texas State University
  2. Alkek Library - Texas State University
  3. Start Your Research - Alkek Library - Texas State University
  4. Ask Us! - Alkek Library - Texas State University

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